Live Well, Eat Well with Indonesia’s Top Foods
For the newly arrived, Indonesian cuisine can be both the most exciting and bewildering aspect of relocation. Unlike other Southeast...
Food & Drink
Meals on Wheels – Jakarta’s Best Food Vans
Food writer May Tien samples the tasty morsels on offer at the latest pop-up food venues. One thing I miss...
Eating Like Royalty at Dim Sum King
Satiate your dim sum and Cantonese food cravings at this inviting teahouse located in one of Kuningan’s best situated hotels,...
Comfort Food ? Peking Duck Tacos
Food writer May Tien shares one of her most cherished recipes from her very own repertoire of Asian-American influenced cookery....
The ABCs of Fine Grilled Meat at AB Steak
AB Steak is a unique Korean-American barbeque concept by renowned chef Akira Back. Although dry-aged steak is the star of...
Get to McGettigan’
Excitement is constantly generated in Jakarta, especially in the world of food and drink. In Mega Kuningan – the neighbourly...
How to Make Homemade Martabak
Touted as the ultimate Indonesian street food, the martabak is a popular snack across the country. Almost every city serves...
Ramadan Crackdown Nets Formalin-Tofu Traders
The cases are a reminder to all to be cautious and properly inspect foods, particularly those bought at local markets...
Around the World in Seven Meals, Without Leaving Jakarta
Jakarta is a brilliant city for any foodie to explore. With food from every corner of the archipelago, it’s hard...
Break Fast In Style: Jakarta’s Best Buka Puasa Meals
Ramadan is a special time of year in Jakarta. With the vast majority of the city participating in fasting, non-Muslim...
A Beginner’ Manual to Eating Korean Food
As Korean food gains popularity worldwide, food writer May Tien explores the different facets of the cuisine and delves into...
Foodie Heaven: Unique Restaurants in Jakarta You Must Try
Anyone who has been to Jakarta knows the bustling city is home to seemingly endless restaurants and cafes, satisfying any...
8 Hidden Coffee Houses In Jakarta and Bali Expats Should Know
Indonesia is the world’s fourth largest coffee producing nation, with beans from Sumatra, Sulawesi and Papua delighting fans worldwide. The...
La Posta – A Taste of Argentina
On the heels of a month-long eating expedition through Northern Spain, wine tastings through Southern France and a cured meats...
Consumers Beware: Fake Peppers Close Kitchen
Police have again shut down an operation selling peppers mixed with inedible substances....
Dinner Served on a Village Plate in Ubud
It is not easy to find great cooking classes to dig up more about traditional Balinese cuisine. Stephanie Brookes explores...
10 Great Places for Brunch on Easter Sunday
Here are ten great hotels for you and your family to enjoy Easter meals and celebrate the rest of the...
Families Brunch it Up at the Grand Kemang Jakarta
Where in Jakarta can you find the best value for a good selection of Western and Asian food in a...
Eight Great Places for Authentic Sushi in Jakarta and Bali
Japanese restaurants can be found all over the place in the capital and other big cities in Indonesia. Many local...
Peranakan Cuisine: The Most Delicious Food You Never Knew You Were Eating
May Tien explores the historical and cultural impact of Chinese emigrants and the food they brought to Southeast Asia. The...
Atta Boy, Attarine!
It’s been hard to find a decent casual restaurant that serves food with a bit of finesse. Whether it’s a...